Radar: To Do In JAX // 5.5-5.8
We’re committed to Mom’s and Margaritas (with respect)! This week’s digital radar is your guide for events that are both mom-friendly and nerdy. Choose between a farmer’s market for your healthy needs, or high tea with mom where you’re not exactly high. Or perhaps you need some soul music in your soul? Whatever your tastes are, feel certain that Jacksonville is your place for active living. Note: Most descriptions courtesy of event hosts and edited for clarity.
5.5
Operating much as farmers markets have for over hundreds of years, Jacksonville Farmers Market offers a unique shopping experience for any age. Enjoy the open air and festive market atmosphere as you stroll each of the outdoor bays. Greet farmers from across the area as they proudly display their hand-picked produce and assorted food items from amongst the broadest selection anywhere. The Jacksonville Farmers Market is known best for its featured ethnic, and imported specialty items that are not only unique but sometimes also rare and typically hard to find. Monday – Saturday, 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.; 1810 W Beaver St, Jacksonville, FL; jaxfarmersmarket.com // @jaxfarmersmarket
Fiesta de Mayo at Wicked Barley Brewing Company
With respect, it’s time to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. Please don’t make it weird! Join us for a three day event starting Thursday, May 5th through Saturday, May 7th for a Mexican Fiesta. The day will be filled with live music, food specials and of course, cold cervdezas! Free. 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.; 4100 Baymeadows Rd, Jacksonville, FL; https://wickedbarley.com // @wickedbarleybrewing
5.6
Mama Blue at James Weldon Johnson Park
So eloquently dubbed the “Sultry Sister of Soul”, Mama Blue is captivating and so real. Her insightful lyrics and renditions, coupled with sophisticated rhythms will take you back…to the future. Her signature sound fuses the elements of Nina Simone’s strength, Tina Turner’s energy, Etta James’ sass and Aretha’s soul. Her smile envelopes the sunshine, even in the rain. Mama Blue soothes, inspires, seduces, and takes you on a journey through song and emotion! With a solid background in Blues, Pop, Motown, Soul, Jazz, Classical and even Country, she’s got it, in all the right places…all the time. Free. 5:30 p.m.; 135 W Monroe St, Jacksonville, FL; jamesweldonjohnsonpark.org // @jamesweldonjohnsonpark
Troubadours Tribute: The Music of Carole King & James Taylor at Alhambra Theatre & Dining
Troubadours provide an enchanting evening celebrating the music of Carole King and James Taylor. Music is brought to you by two bands joining together for an unforgettable performance: Home Again – A Tribute to the Music of Carole King – The Music of James Taylor. Home Again, comprised of professional musicians who have been working together for over 30 years, is dedicated to preserving Carole King’s legacy. $74; 6 p.m.; 12000 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, FL; alhambrajax.com // @alhambrajax
5.7
Walk for Wishes at Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
Walk For Wishes® is a nationwide Make-A-Wish fundraiser that supports granting life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. It’s a family-friendly event powered by wish families, volunteers, companies, donors and friends. By joining this caring community of people at one of the many walks across the U.S., you will help ensure that no child waits even one unnecessary day to experience the hope and joy that a wish brings. $10 kids, $20 adults (includes access to the zoo for the entire day); 7:30 a.m. registration, 8:30 a.m. start; 370 Zoo Pkwy., Jacksonville, FL; jaxwalkforwishes.org
Mother’s Day 3 Generations High Tea at Riverdale Inn
This special 3 Generations Mother’s Day Tea celebrates grandmothers, mothers, daughters and women and young ladies of all generations. Come, sip tea and enjoy a beautiful array of sandwiches and delectables and engaging conversation in an enchanting setting. There will be over $250 in prizes from our raffle with proceeds benefiting charity. $20-$35; 12 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.; 1521 Riverside Ave., Jacksonville, FL: riverdaleinn.com // @riverdaleinn
13th Annual Heroes & Villains Cosplay Party at Underbelly
Hey nerds! It’s time to double down on your nerdom at the Heroes & Villains Cosplay party. Featuring the hottest, dorkiest burlesque from Nerdlesque as well as DJ Oedon spinning nerdcore/synthwave all night long. Plus a cosplay contest with radical prizes from Coliseum of Comics and Ancient City Con. So dust off your latex and come on down! $6; 9 p.m. – 2 a.m.; 113 East Bay St., Jacksonville, FL; underbellyjax.com // @underbellyjax
5.8
At the Wings for Life World Run, everyone starts at the same time, worldwide, Saturday May 8. Professional athletes, fun runners and total beginners are all in it together against the Catcher Car. The moving finish line, the Catcher Car begins its pursuit 30 minutes after the start, passing runners and wheelchair users one after the other until the race is over. The best bit? 100% of all entry fees and donations go directly to spinal cord research to find a cure for spinal cord injury. 7 a.m.; Anywhere; wingsforlifeworldrun.com// @wflworldrun
Mother’s Day MOM-mosa Party! Sip and Paint
We are so happy to celebrate Mother’s Day with you! We will have a MOM-osa Bar prepared, filled with a variety of juices, fruits, and pastries! All you need to do is bring your choice of champagne or the beverage of your choice! All refreshments are BYO. You must be at least 21 to consume alcohol in the studio. We do have solo cups available if you forget yours as well as wine bottle openers. Arrive 15-20 minutes early to get uncorked, smocked & in your seat! If you desire more time to unwind, we invite you to arrive up to 30 minutes prior to start time- it’s your Happy Half Hour! $45. 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.; 104 Bartram Oaks Walk, Ste 105 Fruit Cove, FL; paintingwithatwist.com // @paintingwithatwist
HAIM: The One More Haim Tour at Daily’s Place
They’re pop. They’re rock. They’re sisters. One of them just starred in “Licorice Pizza.” This is a cool show for cool kids, especially if you are not a Mother’s Day person which is totally okay. $29.75 to $69.75. 7:30 p.m; 1 Daily’s Place, Jacksonville, FL; https://www.dailysplace.com // @dailysplace